[Kitty]

I had this question asked of me the other day and it got me to thinking.

For me, it feels like I'm trying to balance on balloons or balls. I always get the feeling that I'm going to tip over....even though I'm standing on perfectly flat ground.

When walking, it feels like I'm treading through sand under water. It might look like I'm just walking very slowly but it's an effort to put one foot in front of the other and keep my balance all at the same time. Maybe that's why I tire out so quickly.

Sitting for long periods of time requires that, in order to get moving again, I have to stand up and "get my bearings" before I attempt to move. Otherwise, I'll lose my balance and stumble.

Carrying things and/or lifting things like a glass or a breakable item requires my full attention. I have to concentrate on holding onto the item - especially if it's in my numb right hand - and quite often I hold onto it a little too hard. It's exhausting and probably the reason that, cognitively, I'm slow to react or respond. You can be tired mentally as well as physically and quite often both at the same time. Saying "I'm tired" is an understatement.

How does your MS feel to you? What are your invisible symptoms that others can't readily see but you can always feel?